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Linn County Suspect Arrested After Domestic Disturbance Near Mound City

Thursday, August 13

LINN COUNTY, KAN. – Linn County deputies responded Tuesday, August 11, to a reported domestic disturbance at a residence on Acorn Cove in the Lake Chaparral community near Mound City, where they found a woman severely battered. Investigators identified the suspect as 36-year-old Mathew Hudson,... Read More.

Kansas Jury Finds Former Neosho County Prosecutor Guilty of Perjury

Thursday, August 13

ERIE, KAN. — A jury Wednesday convicted former Neosho County Attorney Linus Thuston of lying under oath two years ago when he offered an excuse for why he was meeting a woman alone at night in a discreet location after they had exchanged explicit... Read More.

Parsons Man Indicted for Trying to Create Child Pornography

Thursday, August 13

WICHITA, KAN. – A federal grand jury in Wichita returned an indictment charging Kansas man with attempting to produce child sexual abuse material (CSAM). According to court documents, Tyller White, 24, of Parsons was indicted on one count of sexual exploitation of a child –... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Over $34.5M for Domestic and Sexual Violence Programs, Children’s Advocacy Centers, and CASA Programs

Wednesday, August 12

TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today announced $34,587,786 in state grants to strengthen and maintain services for adult and child victims and survivors of crime. The funding supports nonprofit organizations that provide services for victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence as well as child abuse and neglect. "Through these grants, we are... Read More.

IdeaTek to Acquire Wave Wireless and Expand High Speed Internet in Southeast Kansas

Wednesday, August 12

IdeaTek Telcom has entered into an agreement to acquire Wave Wireless, a southeast Kansas broadband company, in a deal expected to close this fall if regulators approve. Wave Wireless will keep operating during the transition. IdeaTek plans to offer 8-gig internet and may extend fiber... Read More.

Marmaton Valley USD 256 Kicks Off School Year with Open House and Parent Events

Wednesday, August 12

Students in Marmaton Valley USD 256 will return to the classroom on Thursday, August 20. The new school year will get underway next Tuesday with an open house, parent meetings, a back-to-school barbecue and yearbook sales. The open house will begin at 5 p.m., followed by... Read More.

Iola Housing Authority Opens Community Rooms for Public Gatherings

Wednesday, August 12

The City of Iola Housing Authority says its Assembly Room, Kitchen and Craft Room are now open for community use. Anyone interested in learning more about using the spaces can contact the Housing Authority office at 620-365-5143. Officials say the rooms are available for those looking... Read More.

Bowlus Fine Arts Center Faces Funding Cuts

Wednesday, August 12

The Bowlus Fine Arts Center will receive $57,000 less in county funding next year after Allen County commissioners approved a reduction in support from $207,000 to $150,000. Bowlus Director Mandy Moyer told the USD 257 Board of Education Monday that she plans to launch a... Read More.

Allen County Issues Burn Ban Amid Increased Wildfire Risk

Tuesday, August 11

The Allen County Board of County Commissioners enacted a countywide burn ban Tuesday due to ongoing dry and windy conditions. The ban, which remains in effect until midnight Sunday, Aug. 16, prohibits all open burning and controlled burns throughout the county. Officials say enhanced fire conditions... Read More.

KBI Investigating Six Dead in Suspected Murder Suicide in Winfield

Tuesday, August 11

COWLEY COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Winfield Police Department are investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of five victims and one male suspect in Winfield, Kansas. At approximately 8:50 a.m., Aug. 11, officers with the Winfield Police Department were... Read More.

Neosho County Hosts Community Resource Carnival Thursday in Chanute

Tuesday, August 11

The Neosho County Health Department is inviting the community to a Resource Carnival this Thursday in Chanute. The event will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Central Park Pavilion. Attendees can learn more about community resources available in the area, including health services,... Read More.

Family Fun and Fresh Finds at Allen County End of Summer Market Days

Tuesday, August 11

This Thursday marks the second week of End of Summer Market Days at the Allen County Farmers Market. The event runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the Iola Square and features food trucks, family activities, fresh local produce, and more. This week, kids can enjoy... Read More.